Performing Arts on the Common Children’s Series

The town of Clifton Park’s Performing Arts on the Common Wednesday Evening Children’s Series kicks off tonight with a free performance by The Zucchini Brothers. The free performance takes place tonight, Wednesday, July 20, at 7 p.m. at the Clifton Common Stage.

The Zucchini Brothers at Clifton Common, 2010

Entertaining audiences of all ages with zany foot-tapping music and “Words of Wisdom,” this band of brothers: Jack on Guitar, Steve on Keyboards, Sam on Drums (each his own character, all of whom sing) offers up a musical stir-fry of styles. You never know just what these three zany guys will do. But one thing’s for sure, once you’ve seen ‘em – you won’t forget ‘em.

The Children’s Series continues weekly through the end of August. Other performances include:

July 27 Melvin the Magnificent Magic Show

Audience participation from both kids and adults make Melvin’s show one to remember. At the end of every magic show, Hocus Pocus the magic bunny makes his magical entrance with the help of everyone.

August 3 Andy “The Music Man”

Andy mingles traditional and original songs and novelty, delighting and involving kids through sing-a-longs, dancing, play-acting and storytelling.

August 10 “123 Sesame and Me” Puppet Show

A high energy stage production featuring a total of “15” look alike puppets. Featured are Elmo, Cookie, Oscar, Grungetta, Big Bird, Snuffleupagus, The Count, Ernie, Zoe and Grover.

August 17 Tales N Tunes

Musical storytelling duo perform stories, primarily from the folk tradition, with original songs incorporated in them to allow for audience participation, and they feature songs between stories. They are high energy performers and the imaginations of children and adults are sparked by the telling.

For more information, please call 371-6667 or visit our website at http://www.cliftonpark.org/townhall/parks-rec/